WCDO Radio News

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-12-26

The Chenango County Airport day will be held tomorrow at the Eaton Airport, Shane Butler is an organizer for the annual event:

(Shane Butler 6-12-26)

The event will run from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, more information is available at chenangocountyny.gov.

The Sidney Historical Society will host a Step Back In Time event Saturday at the Sidney Public Library starting at 11:00 AM, society President Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 6-12-26)

Admission is free, more information is available at 607-237-4762.

Another Sidney Community Clean-Up will be held at Keith Clark Park on Saturday, the Starting time is set for 9:00 at the park pavilion. Volunteers will help variety of jobs throughout the walking trail areas. some tools will be available, or volunteers may bring their favorite shovels, pruners or other gardening gear. Work gloves should be worn.

The 3rd Annual Norwich Pickleball tournament will be held tomorrow in Weiler Park in Norwich where up to 100 teams may be participating in the all day event, Commerce Chenango CEO Sal Testani said that the sport had humble beginnings and has blown up in popularity quickly:

(Sal Testani 6-12-26)

More information about this & other Commerce Chenango Programs are available at commercechenango.com.

The Unadilla Flag Day Parade will be held on Main Street in Unadilla, this Sunday featuring marching bands, vintage tractors, antique vehicles, and dozens of local fire departments. The Parade starts at 3:00 PM from Unatego Elementary School to the Community House.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-12-26

State Police arrested 26 year old Ryan Gregory of Coram, Wednesday following a neighbor dispute that resulted in a man shot on Houghtaling Hollow Road in the Town of Meredith, Gregory allegedly shot the victim and 2 unoccupied vehicles. A 57-year-old male from Meredith sustained non-life threatening injuries and went to A.O. Fox Hospital in Oneonta, he was later transported to Albany Medical Center for further treatment. Troopers located Gregory at his local residence where he was in possession of firearms and refused commands to surrender, after several hours, Gregory surrendered and was charged with Attempted Murder, Criminal Use of a Firearm & Additional charges are likely. Gregory was processed then transported to the Delaware County Jail for Arraignment.

A Troy New York man wanted as a suspect in a shooting investigation was apprehended by the Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group and taken into custody within 5 minutes of his vehicle triggering a license plate reader in the City of Binghamton. On Wednesday, local law enforcement received an Attempt to Locate bulletin from the Watervliet Police Department regarding a possibly armed male suspect and vehicle wanted in relation to a shooting investigation in Watervliet. The vehicle was located in Binghamton, a traffic stop was conducted at a fast food drive through lane the unidentified suspect was taken into custody, members of the Watervliet Police took custody of the suspect and he was returned to answer for his charges.

Attorney General Letitia James today announced that 74 year old Miles Marshall of Hamilton was sentenced to 4 to 12 years in prison for operating a Ponzi scheme that fraudulently stole more than $50 million from 988 investors in Madison County and other nearby counties. Marshall convinced unsuspecting clients to invest millions of dollars into his so-called "Eight Percent Fund," claiming that their funds would be primarily used for real estate investments, Instead, Marshall used the funds to pay investment returns to prior investors, cover the expenses of his other businesses, and to fund shopping trips, vacations, and restaurant visits. Marshall's scheme lasted three decades, and in April, he pleaded guilty as a result of investigation.

Butternut Valley Alliance announced the schedule for On the Trail of Art, will be held at General Jacob Morris State Forest, on Saturday from 11 am. to 6 pm. and Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm. BVA Board Chair Maggie Brenner explains:

(Maggie Brenner 6-12-26)

An opening reception will be held tonight at 6:00 PM in Gilbertsville, BVA Executive Director Cassandra Miller explains:

(Cassandra Miller 6-12-26)

This year's On the Trail of Art features work by student artists from Edmeston, Gilbertsville-Mount Upton, Morris, and Laurens Central schools alongside local artists with ties to the Butternut Valley.

The PULSE Coalition will hold its annual Safe Summer Fun Day, today in Norwich, spokesperson Jessica Colley explains:

(Jessica Colley 6-12-26)

The event will be from 3:30 pm. to 6:30 pm today at NORWICH YMCA, Families and children of all ages are invited to attend. For more information, call the PULSE Coalition, call 607 386 9331.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-29-26

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office and the Broome County Health Department provided an update on the response to the outbreak of Salmonella that hit the Broome County Correctional Facility earlier this week. Over 300 incarcerated individuals reporting gastrointestinal illness since Monday, 10 were hospitalized, Dozens of medical and healthcare workers responded, hundreds of bottles of water were sent, antibiotics were provided, After it was determined that Salmonella was what affected the inmates, On Thursday, Servpro completed a deep cleaning of all kitchen, programming areas, hallways and common areas within the Correctional Facility. All laundry and linens have been thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. Today, regular schedules resumed, visitation hours return on Monday morning.

State Police today announced that they issued a total of 11,104 tickets statewide during the Memorial Day Weekend enforcement campaign. Troopers arrested 211 people for DWI and investigated 693 crashes, with four fatal crashes reported. In Troop C, there were 894 tickets issued, 12 for DWI, 254 for speeding, 195 seat belts violations & 52 violators of the Move Over Law.

Chenango County can move forward with a round of repairs to the Eaton Airport, Chenango County Planning Director Shane Butler explains:

(Shane Butler 5-29-26)

Butler said that the are waiting on the paperwork from the FAA, the project could get stater in the fall or spring of 2027.

The Classical Guitar Society of Upstate New York is holding a benefit concert Sunday for the Unadilla Food Pantry. The concert will begin at 1:00 PM at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Unadilla.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-29-26

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 24 year old Alexander Gutierrez of Milford & 28 year old Jordan Gutierrez-Champen for Introducing dangerous contraband in to prison & Conspiracy, following an investigation into suspicious activity in the Otsego County Jail in 2025. Investigators were notified by corrections staff that they had intercepted a letter hidden in a bible which detailed the receipt of contraband by mail to an inmate, they obtained a search warrant for Gutierrez-Champen’s mail, a page had been saturated with a controlled substance later identified as a synthetic cannabis known as “K2.” On Wednesday, deputies located Alexander Gutierrez in the Town of Otego and took him in to custody, he was processed and released. On Thursday deputies responded to the Lakeview Correctional Facility in Chautauqua County and took Jordan Gutierrez-Champen in to custody, he was transported to the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office where he was held for Arraignment.

American Red Cross Blood drives will be held today & tomorrow in the Tri County Region, today, 1 is being held from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at the Roxbury Town Hall, at 56 Hillcrest Drive, another will be held on Saturday at the Southside Mall in Oneonta from 10 am. - 2 pm., Make appointments at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-23-26

GE Aerospace has announced plans to invest over $11 million at their Facilities over the next 3 years, nearly $3 million at the company's site in Chenango County. Company Officials said that the latest investment will go toward upgrading new manufacturing and testing equipment, as well as building improvements. 2026 marks the company's second consecutive $1 billion investment by GE Aerospace, in 17 states & they expect to hire 5,000 workers.

The Chenango County Historical Society was recently awarded a donation by the Stewart’s Holiday Match program totaling $1,250, to support activities designed to share local history with children and families. Chenango County Historical Society collaborates with other community organizations to develop program offerings, including the Afton Arts & Crafts Festival, Colorscape Chenango, Chenango County Open Farm Day, Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport Day and the YMCA Healthy Kids Day, among many others.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-23-26

The Cooperstown Boys Basketball Team was crowned as the New York State Class C Champions Sunday after defeating “BERNE KNOX-WESTERLOW” 52 TO 43 in the title game at the Arena in Binghamton. WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull & Coach Greg Bonzkowski broadcast the Play by Play & made the final winning call on WCDO:

(Nate Lull 3-23-26)

The Victor capped off a 27-0 undefeated season, including the buzzer beater Saturday by Jackson Crissman in the state Semi Final game. This is the 2nd state title for the Cooperstown Boys Basketball Team, the 1st was 7 years ago.

An American Red Cross Blood drive will be held at the Sidney American Legion at 22 Union Street today, from 1:00 to 6:00 pm. all blood types are needed, make an appointments with the blood donor app, at REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG or by calling 1-800-red-cross.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-23-25

Sidney Village Police responded Monday to a report of a domestic dispute at 21 Manatee Avenue, as officers arrived, 29 year old Laurent Paul of Sidney fled the scene in a vehicle, Officers learned that Paul encountered Sullivan County Law enforcement on State Route 17 and fled back to Delaware County, Sidney Officers observed Paul on State Route 8 towards the Village, driving erratically & at a high rate of speed, he stopped at the Manatee Ave address, attempted to flee on foot, sprayed mace at officers, who employed a taser and took him into custody. Paul was charged with Endangering the welfare of a child, 2 counts of Obstruction of governmental administration, Criminal mischief, Attempted Assault, Resisting arrest & Reckless driving, among other charges, he was arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County jail on $5000 bail.

The Warren Eaton Airport in Norwich will begin much needed construction next year, after receiving significant Grant money, Chenango County Planning Department Director Shane Butler explains:

(Shane Butler 9-23-25)

Butler said that the administration building and hangar work is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2026.

Hartwick College announced that they Reached a $50 Million Campaign Goal, which was announced at their True Blue Weekend kickoff Friday, according to spokesman Eric Malanoski:

(Eric Malanoski 9-23-25)

The Campaign had 5 basic pillars, which includes Investing in scholarships and initiatives that ensure talented students from all backgrounds have the opportunity to thrive at Hartwick, to build the structure and support systems for students, to help with Funding new curriculum and Strengthen initiatives in civic engagement.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-23-25

ZZ Top makes its way to the stage at the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton tonight, promoter Stu Green said that it has been difficult to get big name acts to perform in Binghamton in recent years, it was especially difficult to get ZZ Top back:

(Stu Green 9-23-25)

Tickets are still available for tonight's show at Ticketmaster.com.

Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 18 in the Village and Town of Delhi to through traffic from 7 am. until 3:30 pm. today, tomorrow, to allow crews to replace a cross pipe. The road will be open by the end of each day.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held at the DCMO Boces Harrold Campus today from 9:30 am. - 2:30 pm., Appointments are available at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-13-25

Norwich Police Department concluded a two-month investigation into allegations of child abuse and sexual abuse, they arrested 33 year old Rolando Antonio of Guatemala, for Sexual Abuse & Forcible Touching, he is accused of sexually abused a 3-year-old child in the City of Norwich. On Thursday, officers and detectives from the Norwich City Police Department & State Police, arrested Antonio, he was arraigned in Norwich City Court and is being held on $20,000 bail, with a court appearance scheduled for a later date. The investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected.

Saturday will be "AIRPORT DAY 2025" from 8 AM to 3 PM at Eaton Airport in Norwich. The event is free to the public, rides are available and their will be various exhibits, The event is rain or shine.

There will be a Village Election for registered voters in the Village of Oxford Tuesday from 12:00 noon to 9:00 PM at the Oxford Fire Station, on Main Street. Offices on the ballot are Mayor & 2 seats for Trustee. Area Primary races will be decided on June 24th, check your county board of elections website for more details.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-13-25

45 year old Cruz Garcia of Fleischmanns pleaded guilty in Delaware County court Tuesday to Strangulation, he is now clear to be deported. Garcia initiated a violent encounter against a female victim in 2023, a 3 count Indictment was returned for Strangulation, Unlawful Imprisonment, and 1st degree Rape, the victim was transported to a hospital because of the injuries sustained. Garcia has been incarcerated since his arrest for this incident, , which occurred while Garcia was released on separate unrelated felony charges of DWI in Orange County, plus Garcia lacked legal status in the United States and was wanted by Immigration, on a 3rd unrelated conviction, Garcia will be deported & a sentence of time served was deemed appropriate.

Afton Central School District will be running on a 2-hour delay today for all students. All field trips and after school activities will be canceled for the day, as the district has had issues with water quality since Wednesday morning.

The Butternut Valley Alliance will hold their 5th annual "On the Trail of Art" Festival on June 14th & 15th, event coordinator Jenny Riffle explains:

(Jenny Riffle 6-13-25)

People can register at butternutvalleyalliance.org, the hours for the event will be from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday & 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday.

The inaugural “Summer Barn Picnic” at the Chenango County Historical Society will be held from 12:30-2:30 pm. on Sunday at 43 Rexford St., Norwich. Registration is required at eventbrite.com

The Visions Summer Concert Series at the Foothills Performing Arts Center will have a Father's Day Weekend Celebration on Saturday, Foothills Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:

(Geoff Doyle 6-13-25)

The event runs from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, more information about this & other shows is available at foothillspac.org.

The Annual Unadilla Flag Day Parade will be held this Saturday at 7:00 pm, it will go down Main Street in the Village of Unadilla, there will be an Ice cream social and bounce house after the parade in front of the Community House.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-7-24

State Police responded Thursday at about 11:45 AM to a motorcycle and a utility truck crash on Bert Washburn Road in the town of Otego. An investigation revealed that a utility truck was parked and unoccupied when 39 year old Robert Burns of Otego lost control of his motorcycle and slid into the front of the utility truck. He was thrown from the motorcycle and was located underneath the truck. Troopers, Otego EMS and Otego Fire rendered aid to Burns, but he was pronounced deceased on scene. The investigation is ongoing.

State Police announced that a woman wanted in connection with a triple homicide was taken into custody Thursday following a vehicle pursuit in I-86. A State Trooper initiated a traffic stop, the suspect failed to comply, so pursuit was initiated into Steuben County where Sheriff's Deputies assisted. A tire deflation device was used & 23 year old Alyssa Venable of Spotsylvania, Virginia, was taken into custody. Venable was wanted on 3 counts of 2nd-degree murder and criminal use of a firearm, Venable will be returned to Virginia shortly.

The 42nd Annual Algonquin Antique Auto show will be held on Sunday at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, spokesman Ernie Thompson explains:

(Ernie Thompson 6-7-24)

Thompson said that the event will be held Sunday Rain or Shine, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, a Flag day Ceremony will be held at 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 764-8134.

Butternut Valley Alliance will hold its annual “On the Trail of Art” Festival Saturday & Sunday at the Texas Schoolhouse State Forest in New Lisbon. Butternut Valley Alliance Spokesperson Maggie Brenner explains:

(Maggie Brenner 6-7-24)

Admission to the event is free, more information or reservations can be found at butternutvalleyalliance.org.

Otsego County is accepting applications continuously for Correction Officers, at the County Correctional Facility. Interested Applicants should have Graduated from high school or possess a high school equivalency diploma, plus they should possess a New York State driver’s license they must pass a background investigation and psychological test, applications can be found at otsegocounty.com.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-7-24

The annual Airport Community Day will be held at the Eaton Airport in Norwich, this Saturday, Airport Administrator Shane Butler explains:

(Shane Butler 6-7-24)

The Show will be held Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

The annual Sidney Veterans Memorial Park fundraising Golf Tournament will be held Saturday at the Sidney Golf & Country Club, event organizer Tom Ruff explains:

(Tom Ruff 6-7-24)

The event serves as the main fundraiser for the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park, as they continue to make changes & upgrades at the park on River Street near State Route 8.

SFCU will be hosting their annual Hometown Day Parade in Sidney This Saturday, Spokesperson Anna Banks explains:

(Anna Banks 6-7-24)

The Parade starts at 1:00 PM at the Sidney High School parking lot down West Main to Main Street & on to River Street & it ends at Keith Clark Park.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-29-23

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holly Jolly Day parade & activities will be held this Friday, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 11-29-23)

Schunk also said that the Letters to Santa Mailboxes will also be set up again this year, for children who would like to send a letter to Santa, they will be outside the Roasted Coffee on Main Street in Sidney & Bob's Diner in Bainbridge.

Attorney General Letitia James today announced the takedown of a major drug trafficking ring that was distributing heroin and fentanyl, as well as powder and crack cocaine in Rensselaer, Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Dutchess counties. The takedown resulted in the indictment of 25 individuals charged with 164 crimes and recovered cocaine, heroin laced with fentanyl, which have a street value of approximately $350,000 plus 4 handguns, 2 large capacity ammunition feeding devices, and the seizure of over $50,000 in cash.

A Lawsuit was filed in Broome County Supreme Court against the Vestal School District where a former Vestal High School student alleges that economics teacher Robert Carr asked her to meet him, he allegedly kissed the victim numerous times, groped her inappropriately and continued to force sexual activity upon her until she moved to the state of Texas and changed her phone number. The lawsuit claims that School Officials did not take any action against Carr after learning of the accusations.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 11-29-23

On Tuesday, Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies assigned to the US Marshal’s Regional Fugitive Task Force arrested 22 year old Nathan Williams Jr. of Endicott, at 68 Thorp Street in the City of Binghamton. Williams was wanted by the Endicott Police Department for Murder in connection with the shooting death of 25-year-old Molique Dawson in Endicott in July. The Metro SWAT Team of the Binghamton Police Department executed the search warrant and Williams was successfully taken into custody after a 5 hour standoff, Williams was transported to the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility, arraigned at Central Arraignment and is currently being held without bail.

Congressman Marc Molinaro announced over $3.5 million in federal funding will go to 9 airports for infrastructure improvements. Locally, the Greater Binghamton Edwin Link Field Airport will get about $1,000,000, the Tri-Cities Airport in Endicott: $144,000, the Eaton Airport in Norwich: $144,000, the Sidney Municipal Airport: $144,000 & the Albert Nader Regional Airport in Oneonta: $113,000

Long time Sidney resident Les Gregory passed away at the age of 100 on Monday, Calling hours will be on Thursday from 5 to 7 pm., at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney. Funeral services will be at 11 am. Friday, at the Sidney United Methodist Church, 12 Liberty Street, Burial, with military honors, will follow in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-19-23

The National Transportation Safety Board released information regarding the crash of a single engine Cessna Airplane on May 28th in the town of Plymouth at about 2:50 PM, the pilot, Shawn McMahon of Binghamton, was fatally injured. The plane flew 2 separate sky diving flights that day, a co-owner of the airplane reported that following the 2nd flight, McMahon determined that he had 40 gallons of fuel. During the accident flight, McMahon announced that the skydivers were away & he was descending rapidly, a follow up announcement was unintelligible. 1 eyewitness told investigators that an airplane flew near her house very low, with the engine sputtering & the pilot attempted to start the engine unsuccessfully & she heard the impact, another eyewitness heard the engine shut off earlier when the skydivers jumped, the engine restarted and the plane continued. The investigation is continuing.

Governor Hochul announced today that New York will be sending engineers to Perform Dam Safety Inspections in Vermont, after their recent devastating flooding. So far, New York has deployed 9 engineers from the New York Power Authority and the Department of Environmental Conservation to Montpelier, Vermont to assist in performing dam safety evaluations throughout the state. The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services is coordinating additional incoming requests for assistance from Vermont and State agency partners stand ready to provide resources as necessary.

WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull held his 2nd Golf Tournament to raise money for the Nate Lull Scholarship that he has established for students in the region, Lull told WCDO News how much was raised with Sunday's tournament at the Ouleout Golf Course in Franklin:

(Nate Lull 7-19-23)

Lull said that he is planning more fundraisers in the fall, the information will be available at NateLull.com.

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Calvin Bulluck on an outstanding warrant for Burglary & a Parole Violation. Bulluck is described as a Black Male, 5'11" about 200 Pounds with brown eyes & black hair, Anyone with information on the location of Bulluck is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com or by calling their tip line at (607) 778-1196.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-19-23

Sentencing was delayed in Chenango County Court for William Sabines of Oxford, Sabines pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide, concealment of a human corpse and attempted criminal possession of stolen property, in connection with the burning & dismemberment death of Jesse Donlin of Unadilla & Sidney in 2019, & hiding Donlin's vehicle in Chenango County. Sabines was originally scheduled to be sentenced last Friday.

Delaware County Public Health has a free rabies vacciantion clinic today at the Walton Town Highway Garage, for dogs, cats & Domesticated ferrets. The Clinic will run from 5:00 to 7:00 PM today.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-9-23

The State Police issued a total of 38,363 tickets statewide during the National “Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaign which ran from May 22nd to June 4th. Troopers arrested 399 people for DWI and investigated 2,436 crashes, including 410 personal injury crashes and 2 fatal crashes. Troopers wrote over 10,600 tickets for speeding, over 1300 for Distracted Driving, over 8400 for Seat-belt violations & 337 for violating the Move Over Law.

The Annual SFCU Parade & Sidney Hometown Day will be held tomorrow with a variety of activities, according to Sidney Chamber of Commerce President Teri Schunk:

(Teri Schunk 6-9-23)

Schunk said that music will be provided at Keith Clark Park, by Just the 2 of Us & The Beadle Brothers.

A.M. NEWS Friday 6-9-23

Broome County Sheriff's Deputies responded Tuesday to a report of a physical injury domestic dispute in the Town of Binghamton, they found a female victim with lacerations, 38 year old Adam Gurney of Binghamton, was arrested, after deputies found that he had a full Stay Away Order of Protection against him, he also had an outstanding arrest warrant through the Town of Vestal, for violating an order of protection. Gurney was charged with Criminal Contempt, Aggravated Family Offense, Criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, he was arraigned and has remained in custody of the Broome County Sheriff’s Office.

The annual Airport Community Day will be held at the Eaton Airport in Norwich, this Saturday, Airport Administrator Shane Butler explains:

(Shane Butler 6-9-23)

Some activities will be held today, the bulk of the activities will be tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

The annual Sidney Veterans Memorial Park fundraising Golf Tournament will be held Saturday at the Sidney Golf & Country Club, event organizer Tom Ruff explains:

(Tom Ruff 4-25-23)

The event serves as the main fundraiser for the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park, as they continue to make changes & upgrades at the park on River Street near State Route 8.

The next American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today. The Blood Drive will be from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Quality Inn, 5206 State Highway 23, To make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

Butternut Valley Alliance will hold its third annual “On the Trail of Art” Festival Saturday & Sunday in the General Jacob Morris State Park in Morris. The trail will feature student artists from Edmeston, Gilbertsville-Mount Upton and Morris Central schools, plus 40 local artists will exhibit their works. Admission to the event is free; reservations are required and may be made at ButternutValleyAlliance.org.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-31-23

Nauman Hussain was sentenced to 5 to 15 years in prison following victim impact statements at the Schoharie County Court today, he was convicted on 20 counts of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide, Hussain operated Prestige Limo, which owned the uninspected stretch limo that crashed in Schoharie where 20 people were killed in October 2018. Hussain's Attorney is expected to appeal.

The State DEC is warning New Yorkers of an increased Fire danger today, as much of the state has had little to no rain over the last 10 days & there will be higher temperatures over the next few days. There are currently 11 active wildfires in the state, all were started by human activity.

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office was called to the scene of a pedestrian-train accident near the Crocker Hill Rd area in the Town of Fenton Tuesday. The Sheriff’s Office stated that 17-year-old Jakob McCloe of Port Crane was walking westbound on the Norfolk Southern Railroad Tracks near Crocker Hill Road, he was wearing noise-canceling headphones and was unable to hear the train approaching, the engineer attempted to signal multiple times to get McCloe’s attention, he was unable to stop the train, and at 8:53 am, McCloe was struck and killed and pronounced at the scene. McCloe was a student at the Chenango Valley School District.

The Chenango County Sheriff's Office reported that Shawn McMahon of Binghamton was the pilot & only occupant of a plane that crashed Sunday in Norwich. The National Transportation Safety Board said that the Cessna 182D plane crashed just before 3:00 PM Sunday about 1 mile west of the Eaton Airport, he had taken off from the airport and was attempting to return to the airport at the time of the crash. The investigation has been opened by the NTSB and the FAA.

The Norwich Fire Department responded Monday to a fire at Peacock Manor Apartments on Brown Street. Firefighters arrived at about 2:10 PM, where they encountered heavy smoke on the first floor. Firefighters located the fire, which was extinguished and under control within minutes. EMS crews evaluated 4 residents at the scene, with 2 taken to UHS Chenango Memorial ER for smoke inhalation, they were treated & released, No firefighters were injured.

The Chenango County Historical Society will host the museum’s annual Summer Barn Party from 6-8:30 p.m. on June 29 at 41 Rexford St., Norwich. This year’s theme is inspired by the newest Community Gallery exhibit, “Sixpence in Your Shoe: A Glimpse at Chenango County Wedding Traditions.” Proceeds support a significant portion of the organization’s annual operating budget. Early bird registration is available by visiting www.chenangohistorical.org now through June 23.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-31-23

Bradley Law of Harpursville was arraigned Tuesday in Broome County Court for Leaving the scene of a fatal motor vehicle accident and criminal possession of a firearm. Law is accused of running over 13 year old Brennan Loveless as he was riding a bicycle on January 1st on State Route 7 near his home on Belden Manor Road in Sanitaria Springs. Law allegedly fled the scene, Loveless was eventually taken to Syracuse Children’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Law was apprehended the following day after he reported that his pickup truck had driven into a ditch along Bevier Street in an attempt to avoid striking a deer, investigators determined that Law's truck was the one that had struck and killed Loveless.

Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 41 year old Jason Dufton of Hancock, was sentenced to 7 years in state prison, and 15 years of post-release supervision for his conviction of Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child in Delaware County Court Tuesday. Dufton engaged in at least 2 sexual acts with a 10-year-old female child, in the Town of Hancock, he was also ordered to submit a DNA sample to the State DNA databank, he must register as a sex offender after he is released from prison.

P.M News Friday 6-10-22

The 250th Anniversary of the Village of Sidney starts today & continues Saturday with a full line up of events, Organizers Anna Banks & Teri Schunk explain:

(Teri-Anna Saturday)

More information is available at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook Page.

The 40th Annual Algonquin Antique Auto Show & Flea Market will be held Sunday at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, spokesman Ernest Thompson explains:

(Ernest Thompson 6-10-22)

The show is scheduled from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with 3 trophies for vehicles each class, more information is available at 764-8134.

The SUNY Oneonta Alumni Association will host the annual Alumni Weekend Today through Sunday, there will be awards ceremonies for the Athletic Hall of Fame, Alumni of Distinction, and the Alumni Association Annual Award winners.

The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that beginning Monday, the on and off ramps at Exit 5 of Northbound I-81 and U.S. 11 will be closed for approximately one week to facilitate a bridge replacement project in the Town of Dickinson. Signed detours will be in place during the ramp closures. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.

State Police issued 13,688 tickets statewide during the Memorial Day Weekend traffic enforcement campaign. Troopers arrested 213 people for DWI and investigated 808 crashes, including 142 personal injury crashes and eight fatal crashes, which killed eight people. 965 people were ticketed in Troop C locally.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-10-22

Today & Tomorrow, the village of Sidney will celebrate its 250th anniversary with a host of events, Teri Schunk & Anna Banks told WCDO about today's scheduled activities:

(Teri Anna Friday)

Saturday has a full line up as well, More information is available at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook Page.

Saturday is the annual Get Outdoors & Get Together Day with State DEC at Rogers Center in Sherburne. The free event features fishing, kayak and canoe demonstrations. Saturday is also the date for the 2nd annual Shredding Event at Rogers Center, where people can bring unwanted old paper documents and shred them for free in the Rogers Center parking lot from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, for more information go to FriendsofRogers.org.

The annual Chenango County Airport Day at the Eaton Airport in Norwich is returning Saturday, after missing 2 years due to the COVID 19 Pandemic. The event starts with a Fly-In Breakfast, it will run from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Grant's Fire Museum, will open Saturday in Norwich. The Museum is located at 48 Sheldon Street in Norwich, a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, the museum is owned by career firefighter Andrew Grant, who has about 200 years of artifacts in his museum.

An American Red Cross Blood drive is being held in Oneonta today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Quality Inn, at State Highway 23. To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-6-22

Governor Hochul today signed a 10 bill package to strengthen New York's Gun Laws:

(Hochul 6-6-22)

The laws close Loopholes that were exposed by the Buffalo Supermarket shooting, bars the purchase of Semiautomatic Rifles by anyone Under 21 by Requiring a License, Prohibits the purchase of Body Armor with Exception of Those in Specified Professions, Requires Microstamping of New Semiautomatic Pistols; Eliminates Grandfathering of High-Capacity Feeding Devices; Requires Social Media Companies to Improve Response to and Reporting of Hateful Content .

State Assembly & Senate ended their 2022 sessions Saturday to take up remaining bills. Lawmakers passed the Green CHIPS bill, which would incentivize semiconductor manufacturers to build new factories in New York State and Alyssa's law, which would require school district safety teams to consider the installation of a panic alarm system to silently alert law enforcement in the event of a life threatening or emergency situation. Alyssa's Law now heads to the governor's desk.

Binghamton Police are investigating the report of a body found in a creek by a passerby Thursday Morning near Bayless Avenue. 64 year old Debra Scott of Johnson City was found in the creek by the town & city Binghamton lines, An autopsy was conducted and the cause of death has not yet been determined.

State Police are reminding motorists to follow New York's "Move Over Law" Following an accident on I-81 Sunday. Police said that a Trooper had pulled over to the side of the highway to remove debris in the road, when the patrol car was hit from behind. There were no injuries, the Patrol vehicle was destroyed.

A 6th meeting of the Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative Local Planning Committee will be held on Tuesday, June 14th at 3:00 PM in person in the Community Room of Commerce Chenango at 15 South Broad Street, Norwich. The purpose of this meeting is to continue the committee’s discussion and review of potential projects for inclusion in Norwich’s Strategic Investment Plan. The meeting is open to all members of the public, with time reserved at the end of the meeting for public comment, the meeting will also be available through ZOOM.

The annual Chenango County Airport Day at the Eaton Airport in Norwich is returning this Saturday, after missing 2 years due to the COVID 19 Pandemic. The event starts with a Fly-In Breakfast, it will run from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-6-22

Governor Hochul reported that the Statewide 7-Day Average COVID 19 Case Rate Has Dropped 58% since the recent high levels, hospital Admissions were Down 20% & 25 Counties are now Considered "Low" on the CDC Community Spread Map. Over 128,000 were tested Saturday, with over 7800 Positive, for a positivity rate down to 5.6%, Patient Hospitalization decreased to 2,332, New deaths reported by healthcare facilities was 22.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-19-21

Norwich City Police Arrested 49 year old Gary Hackett of Norwich Monday for Criminal Sale of a A controlled substance. Hackett is accused of selling Methamphetamines in Norwich, he was arraigned in Norwich City Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail, pending court action on Thursday in Norwich City Court.

This Saturday, the Sidney Police Department will be participating in the National Drug Take Back Day. Village residents can dispose of their expired, unused or unwanted prescription medication between the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm, in the lobby of the Sidney Police Department on Liberty Street, no hypodermic needles, liquids or inhalers will be accepted.

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed 2 pieces of legislation boosting transparency in state and local government. The first piece of legislation requires documents that are going to be discussed at open meetings to be made available on request or posted on the government's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. The second piece of legislation requires the MTA to publish its data in formats that are easily accessible and can be easily downloaded and used by the public.

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a new centralized website for New York State COVID-19 data. This website includes new data as well as a reorganization of previously released data to make it easier for the public to access, read and understand. In addition, more COVID-19 data is now being made available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.

The New York State Cannabis Control Board will hold a public meeting at 1:00 PM this Thursday, virtually. The public can view the meeting at players.brightcove.net, Videos and transcripts of the meeting will be posted at cannabis.ny.gov.

A.M. NEWS 10-19-21

Delaware County Public Health reported 33 new COVID cases Saturday through Monday, with a 9% positivity rate for those tested, they report 133 active cases, 11 hospitalized and 280 quarantined, they had had 60 COVID deaths. 51.6% of the County residents are fully vaccinated.

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the award of $20.7 million for strategic infrastructure enhancements at 24 public-use airports across New York. In the Southern Tier; $1.5 million toward installation of energy efficient lighting and replacement of the revenue control system at the Greater Binghamton Airport in Broome County. $200,000 will go for energy efficiency Jet Hangar improvements, including high-efficiency heating and LED lighting and general hangar rehabilitation activities at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport in Chenango County.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-4-21

THE OTSEGO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH REPORTS THAT THE COUNTY HAS REACHED A 9% POSITIVITY RATE IN THE LAST 7 DAYS AND THEY ARE RECOMMENDING THAT EVERYONE WEAR A MASK INDOORS IN PUBLIC. THEY HAVE ALSO ADDED AN ADDITIONAL DAY OF VACCINATION AT THE OTSEGO COUNTY FAIR. FAIRGOERS CAN RECEIVE COVID 19 VACCINES TODAY TIL 6:00 PM AT THE EMT TENT. VACCINATIONS WILL ALSO BE ADMINISTERED AT THE FAIR ON FRIDAY FROM NOON TO 6PM. ANYONE VACCINATED AT THE FAIR WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING FOR PRIZES.

US SENATOR CHUCK SCHUMER ANNOUNCED THAT NEW YORK AIRPORTS WILL RECEIVE SIGNIFICANT FUNDING IF CONGRESS PASSES THE 1 TRILLION DOLLAR INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN. THE WARREN EATON AIRPORT IN NORWICH IS IN LINE TO RECEIVE 790 THOUSAND DOLLARS,WITH ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR AIRPORTS IN SIDNEY, BINGHAMTON AND HAMILTON. THE PLAN ALLOCATES 937 MILLION DOLLARS FOR NEW YORK AIRPORTS.

THE MOBILE CANCER SCREENING COACH WILL WILL BE AT THE OTSEGO COUNTY FAIR THURSDAY FROM 9AM TIL 2PM PROVIDING NO COST MAMMOGRAMS AND PAP TESTS TO WOMEN 40 YEARS AND OLDER.

CHENANGO SPCA IS HAVING A "PAWS AND PINTS" FUNDRAISER AT HIDDEN SPRINGS BREWHOUSE IN NORWICH ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 7TH FROM 1 TO 7PM. THE EVENT WILL FEATURE A PET PARADE, LIVE MUSIC, A MAGICIAN AND FOOD TRUCKS. PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT CHENANGO SPCA AND HELP OFFSET OPERATING EXPENSES.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 8-4-21

Delaware County Public Health will have a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Delhi Fire Hall. For more information call 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com.

The New York State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment will meet today at 10:30 A.M in Albany, New York City and at the Broome County Career and Community Services Center in Johnson City. The meeting will be Live-streamed at dps.ny.gov/Webcasts, the board will view documents related to Application of Bluestone Wind, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need, for Construction of the Bluestone Wind Farm Project in the Towns of Windsor and Sanford.

Over the past 7-10 days the Chenango County Public Health Office has seen a rise in COVID cases. The cause of this rise can be attributed to a mix of unvaccinated individuals and a decrease in prevention efforts. Active cases have gone from single digits to 28 with 69 people quarantined and 2 hospitalized.

The Airport Day Committee at the
Eaton Airport in Norwich announced today that, Due to the impact of COVID-19,
they have decided to cancel Airport Day for 2020, and are expecting to bring it
back again in 2021.

Congressman Anthony Brindisi and
local health experts & officials will hold another Telephone town hall on
Thursday afternoon at 5:00 pm.  Constituents
are encouraged to RSVP at Brindisi.House.gov/live to receive a call.
Constituents can call 855-614-0159 to join at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, Additionally;
the call will be streamed with closed captioning for the hearing-impaired at
Brindisi.house.gov/live.

Governor Cuomo today announced he is advancing a 30-day
budget amendment to speed up the permitting and construction of renewable
energy projects.   the Accelerated
Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act will create a new Office of
Renewable Energy Permitting to streamline the process for environmentally
responsible and cost-effective siting of large-scale renewable energy projects
across the state.

“Galumpha: The Beethoven Project” comes to Norwich tomorrow
as Part of the Binghamton Philharmonic’s yearlong celebration of Beethoven’s
250th Birthday.  Galumpha President &
Director Andy Horowitz explained to WCDO News how it all came about:

(Andy Horowitz 2-7-20)

“Galumpha: The Beethoven Project” is also helping to raise
funds for both the Chenango Arts Council & the Norwich Theater Company,
it  will take place  at 7:00 pm on Saturday, February 22nd at the
Martin W. Kappel Theater at 27 West Main Street in Norwich. Tickets are $20, at
chenangoarts.org or by calling 336-ARTS.

Commerce Chenango will hold their Economic Outlook Breakfast
on February 27th, at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich starting at 7:30
AM. The Economic Outlook Breakfast will feature keynote speaker NBT Senior Vice
President and Chief Investment Officer Ken Entenmann, RSVP’s must be in today
at 334-1400 or register@chenangony.org.

The American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society have
teamed up to encourage people across the country to Give Blood to Give
Time.   An estimated 117,910 new cases of
cancer will be diagnosed in New York this year; many will likely have a need
for blood.  To schedule a blood donation
appointment, or make a financial gift, visit GiveBloodToGiveTime.org.  A blood drive is being held today in
Sherburne from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Sherburne United Church of Christ, 1
South Main Street.

The State Medicaid Redesign Team 2 will hold the third of a
series of public comment forums today beginning at 10:00 AM in Albany. The Team
is tasked with cutting about 2.5 billion dollars in costs to the program in the
next fiscal year's Budget; a live webcast of the public comment forum will be
available at health.ny.gov.

Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced a federal aviation
grant for Chenango County. The money will be used to improve safety and assess
the runway at Lt. Warren Eaton airport in Norwich.  More information about the grants is
available ost.dot.gov.

FOX 40 & MY 8 in Binghamton will again be offered by Spectrum Cable, after it was announced that Northwest Broadcasting reached an agreement with Charter Communications, the parent company of Spectrum Cable. Several Northwest owned TV stations have been off the Spectrum line-up since February in the Binghamton & Syracuse markets, as well as stations in Arizona, California, Idaho & Washington. Spectrum officials said that the affected stations should return to their line-up today.

The Meredith Dairy fest will be held this weekend at a site on Honest Brook Road in the town of Meredith. Several Dozen local vendors are expected at the event, which will be open Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM & Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The Annual American Cancer Society’s Tri Town Relay For Life will be held today & tonight at General Clinton Park. Organizer Heather Brewster said that the teams have already raised quite a bit of money prior to the event:

(Heather Brewster 6-8-18)

The event raises money for cancer research, educational programs and services for cancer patients. WCDO will be broadcasting live this evening.

The 38th annual Algonquin Antique Auto Show will be held this Sunday at General Clinton Park. The event begins at 9:00 AM Sunday; trophies will be awarded in 22 categories.

The 50th Birthday Weekend Celebration will be celebrated Saturday at the Rogers Environmental Center in Sherburne. Arts & Music will be featured from 3:30 PM into the evening hours, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Rogers. More information is available at friendsofrogers.org.

The Chenango County Airport day will be held Saturday, at the Eaton Airport in Norwich. The event runs from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, starting with a Fly In Breakfast, more information is available on the Eaton Airport Facebook page.

The case of 59-year-old Perry Webb of New Lisbon will head for Grand Jury action, following last night's court action in Town Of Hartwick court. Webb is charged with 2nd degree murder for the death last Friday night of Arthur Bellinger, at 393 Wheat Road in New Lisbon, and the beating of another man on the same evening. Webb continues to be held at the Otsego county jail without bail.

State Police are continuing with their “Speed Week” enforcement details through Tuesday. During "Speed Week", Troopers will be using both marked & Concealed Identity Traffic Enforcement vehicles as part of the operation, the unmarked vehicles allow Troopers to blend in & still identify motorists who are violating laws. Speeding is a contributing factor in nearly 1/3rd of all fatal crashes, with more than 42,000 people killed each year nationwide, while hundreds of thousands are seriously injured. Troopers will also be watching for distracted or impaired drivers, vehicle occupants who are not properly buckled up, and drivers that are violating New York’s Move Over law, during the current enforcement.

The 1st Oneonta Pridefest will take place this Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in downtown Oneonta. Pridefest 2017 will begin with a rally at 10:00 AM Sunday in Muller Plaza, with speakers discussing issues facing the LGBT community, they will then march down South Main Street to Neahwa Park, where a variety of activities are planned. More information is available at the Oneonta Pridefest Facebook page.

After getting rained out on Monday, May 29th, Bainbridge officials have decided to hold a rescheduled Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony Tomorrow. The Parade will form at the Greenlawn Elementary School at 10:00 A.M. on June 10th. Military veterans should report to the Greenlawn Cemetery not later than 10:00 AM, as services at the Cemetery will begin at 10:15 A.M. The Parade will start at 10:30 AM. Final Memorial Day Ceremonies with commence at the Village Green.

Saturday will be Chenango County Airport Community Day at the Eaton Airport in Norwich. A variety of activities are planned, more information is available at 337-1640.

The 37th annual Algonquin Antique Auto Show will be held at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge Sunday. The event will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, vehicles will be judged in 24 categories.

A Special Fundraiser will be held Saturday from 2:00 to 10:00 PM in Norwich, to benefit the Savannah Williams Memorial Scholarship Fund. Spokesman Rick Runyon told WCDO news that 2 scholarships have already been announced, & he explained the criteria for those receiving the scholarship:

(Rick Runyon 6-9-17)

The event will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich featuring a chicken Barbecue, Pig Roast, & Live music from 3 area bands. Savannah Williams was a Norwich High School Graduate who was killed in a car accident last year, while attending SUNY Geneseo.

The Chenango Arts Council will host 2 events this weekend. Today, at 5:30 p.m., the Council will introduce selected works of artist Erich Kennedy in the Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries within their facility at 27 West Main Street in Norwich. On Sunday, the Council, & the Wild Owl Cafe at 28 South Broad Street in Norwich will team up for a Sunday Music and Poetry Morning beginning at 11:00 AM. More information is available at 336-ARTS, or email info@ChenangoArts.org.

Governor Cuomo announced the final report and recommendations from the Heroin and Opioids Task Force's plan to combat the state's crisis. among the 25 recommendation: Remove insurance barriers to inpatient treatment by eliminating prior approval for admission, Mandate that insurers use an objective, state-approved criteria when making coverage determinations for treatment, Increase the number of treatment beds and program slots for substance abuse disorder, Mandate prescribers to complete ongoing education on pain management, palliative care, and addiction, Limit opiate prescriptions for acute pain from 30-days to no more than a 7-day supply, with certain exceptions & Mandate that pharmacists educate consumers on the risks associated with prescription opioids.

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a lead that was called in Thursday of a suspicious vehicle parked on Zion Hill Road near the Steam Mill State Forest in Masonville. Arthur Gehr’s Chevy Silverado pick-up truck was located parked on the side of the roadway locked. Gehr was not located anywhere near or around the vehicle. State Police & Deposit Police were called in to assist, State Police are conducting the current investigation & search effort in Delaware County. Gehr is 61 years of age and was last seen on Saturday June 4th at his residence on Barton Ave in the Town of Union. He last spoke with his employer on Sunday afternoon. He suffers from depression and has medical conditions & he may be in the Deposit area. Anyone with information is asked to call The Broome County Sheriff’s Office at 778-1911 or the Sheriff’s tip line at 778-1196.

The Village of New Berlin will be celebrating their Bicentennial on later today & all day Saturday, New Berlin Mayor Terry Potter explains:

(Terry Potter 6-9-16)

Potter said that a video with a full line up of events has been posted on the New Berlin New York Village Bicentennial Celebration Facebook page; it has also been shared on the WCDO Facebook page.

The 8th Otsego Lakes Festival will be held on Saturday, June 11 from noon to 5 p.m. at Lakefront Park in Cooperstown. Activities for kids will include the Cooperstown Art Association’s fish painting station, interactive science displays with SUNY Oneonta’s Biological Field Station, and a “juried” art contest. Refreshments will be for sale on site.

The State DOT announced that construction work for the Prospect Mountain construction project would require lane closures in Binghamton today 9:00 AM to 12:oo Noon. Traffic will be reduced to one lane for concrete median barrier removal at State Route 17 eastbound between Exit 70 & 72, & State Route 17 westbound between Exit 72 & 71. Motorists are advised to be alert for slow moving traffic and sudden stops.

On Saturday, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, Chenango County Airport Day will be held at the Eaton Airport in Norwich. The day starts with a Fly-In breakfast starting at 8:00 am. The Buffalo Heritage Squadron will be bringing the SNJ-4, a World War II era trainer jet. The EAA will also be providing free rides to children ages 8 to 17 as part of the Young Eagles program.

The American Red Cross will hold another blood drive today in Cooperstown from 12:30 to 6:30 PM at Bassett Hall. Appointments can be made through the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or at 1-800-RED CROSS.

An Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Event is being held at Country Club Nissan in Oneonta for 2 more days this week; the program was started 15 years ago, Operation Kidsafe founder Mark Bott explains:

(Mark Bott 6-10-16)

More information about this week's Oneonta event is available at CountryClubNissan.com, or at the Country Club Nissan Face book page. KIDSAFE Hours are 10:00 am to 6:00 pm today & on Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00pm.

5 People were arrested for drug trafficking by the Delhi Village Police Department. Officers executed a search warrant of a motor vehicle Wednesday; they seized 67 bags of heroin plus cash and hypodermic syringes. Police arrested 28-year-old Jason Arnold of Floral Park, & 36 year old Michelle Aloisi of Floral Park, for charged criminal possession of a controlled substance, obstructing governmental administration and endangering the welfare of a child. 3 local residents were arrested; 29-year-old Paul Fontana of Margaretville, 41-year-old George Robinson of Delhi, and 30-year-old Heather Countryman of Delhi faced lesser charges. Arnold and Aloisi were arraigned at the Delhi Town Court, and were sent to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 cash bail.

Tomorrow will be the 25th annual Chenango County Airport Day, at the Eaton Airport in Norwich, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A wide variety of events are scheduled throughout the day, more information is available at 337-1640.

Commerce Chenango announced that today is the Annual Summer Golf Event at the Canasawacta Country Club, in Norwich. The event starts at 10:00 a.m. with Registration & a Continental Breakfast with an 11:00 AM Shotgun start.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual dinner tonight.  This year, the Citizen of the Years award will go to Dennis Porter:

(Dennis Porter 6-7-13)

The chamber’s business of the year’s award goes to Trackside Dining, owner Nancy Hathaway comments:

(Nancy Hathaway 6-7-13)

The annual event will be held at the Sidney Elks Club on River Street at 5:30 PM.  Hathaway & Porter will also be the Grand Marshals of tomorrow’s Sidney Federal Credit Union Hometown Day parade.

The 25th annual Sidney Federal Credit Union Hometown Day Parade will be held tomorrow from the Sidney High School, down west Main, to Main Street, to River Street & ending at Keith Clark Park.  SFCU Spokesperson Elise Glassett comments:

(Elise Glassett 6-7-13)

The Sidney Police Department has parking restrictions and street closings in effect for the Hometown Day Parade tomorrow.   No Parking rules are in effect on Main Street and River Street from 7:00 a.m. to the conclusion of the parade, street closures include Circle Drive from Fox to West Main at 11:00 AM, and at 12:30 closures will be Main Street at State Route 7, West Main Street from Loomis Drive to Main Street, East Main Street from Beale Boulevard to Main Street, and River Street from Colegrove to Main Street. Tomorrow’s parade will begin at 1:00 PM.

The 23rd annual Chenango County Airport day will be held at the Eaton Airport in Norwich Saturday. Event Coordinator Franklin Turner explains:

(Franklin Turner 6-7-13)

The events runs from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, more information is available at 334-9430.

The annual Algonquin antique & Collector Auto show & Flea Market will beheld this Sunday, at general Clinton park in Bainbridge.  Award trophies will be present to the top 3 entries in each of the 24 classes, vehicles to be judged must be on the field by 12:00 Noon.  More information is available at 967-7185.

A benefit for 4-½ year old Bailey Tomas of Sidney will be held at the Sidney VFW on Sunday at noon, to raise funds for a 2nd open-heart surgery and the insertion of a new pacemaker at a Rochester New York Hospital.  Proceeds will benefit the family’s traveling and medical expenses, more information is available at 563-7857.

Filmmaker Josh Fox will bring his latest film “GASLAND 2” to the Walton theater for a free screening Sunday at 1:00 PM. The film is a sequel to Fox’s controversial first film “Gasland” which opposes the gas drilling method Hydraulic Fracturing.

State Police, Delaware County sheriff’s deputies & Walton Police responded on February 19th to a murder-suicide & arson at 294 John Lockwood Road in the Town of Walton.  After the fire was extinguished, 2 sets of remains were removed; one was identified as 47 year old Debra Sundstrom of 1884 South River Road in Walton, from suicide by a gunshot to the head.  On Friday, a 3rd set of human remains was located at 1884 South River Road, who was identified as 49 year old Randy Sundstrom, the husband of Debra Sundstrom, his death was ruled as a homicide, Randy Sundstrom’s death may have occurred during February of 2010. . The second set of human remains from the February 19th fire was identified as the homeowner-51 year old Dominick Bosco, the cause of his death is undetermined.  Anyone with information is asked to contact the State Police at 561-7400.  The investigation is continuing.

State Police investigated a 1-Car fatal motor vehicle accident on Afton Lake Road at around 2:20 AM Sunday.  The investigation revealed that 22-year-old Ryan Lewis of Harpursville lost control of his vehicle while negotiating a curve; he struck a tree with the passenger side. 24 year old Joelyn Sines of Harpursville was a front seat passenger, she was pronounced dead at the scene, 22 year old Mitchell Birch of Afton and 22 year old Caleb Gregory of Afton, were both transported to Wilson hospital in Johnson City, Lewis has been charged with 2nd Vehicular Manslaughter and Driving While Intoxicated, he was transported to Wilson hospital, he faces action in Town of Afton Court at a later date.  The investigation is continuing.

Lawmakers in Albany are working on Governor Cuomo’s ambitious agenda for the year.  Assemblyman Pete Lopez said that the agriculture and energy agenda’s are doable:

(Lopez 2-25-13)

Lawmakers were given Cuomo’s 30-day amendments last Thursday, which knocked about 179 million dollars off of the original executive budget proposal.

A Binghamton man was arrested Saturday on drug charges, after being pulled over for an inspection violation.  24-year-old Daniel Gregoris was charged with Criminal Possession of a Hallucinogenic Substance, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana and driving an Uninspected Motor Vehicle, he is accused of possessing several grams of Ecstasy and a small amount of Marijuana in the vehicle.  Gregoris faces court action shortly.

Delaware county sheriff's department Investigators arrested 31 year old Richard Dostis, of Walton for failure to register his e-mail account information to law enforcement within 10 days, as required of a level 3 sex offender in new York.  Dostis maintained at least 1 e-mail account, which he failed to register with authorities, he was charged with 1 count of Failure to Register and/or Verify an Address or Status Change, and he will be arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court at a later time.

The Delaware County Sheriffs Office responded to a one car motor vehicle accident Sunday on County Highway 22 / East Brook Road in the Town of Hamden. 52-year-old Anthony Triarsi of Yonkers left the roadway and struck a utility pole.  Triarsi was not injured; he was issued a traffic summons for the unsafe tires.

The Greater Afton Chamber of Commerce will hold their kick off events this Wednesday in Afton.  Chamber president Elena Hulsey explains:

(Elena Hulsey 2-25-13)

The event will begin at 7:00 PM at Armetta’s café on Main Street in Afton.

Commerce Chenango is accepting nominations for the Distinguished Business of the Year, Commitment to Community and Young Professional of the Year.  These awards will be presented at the Chamber's Annual Dinner held on April 23rd at the Eaton Airport in Norwich.  The forms are available at library.constantcontact.com/download